COVID-19 drive-up testing available in Alexander City September 1

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

CONTACT: Tallapoosa County Health Department
(256) 329-0531

A drive-up COVID-19 testing clinic will be offered by the Tallapoosa County Health Department on Tuesday, September 1, from 9 a.m. until noon CDT at Laurel YAS Center/Gym, 609 Ann St., Alexander City. Please call (256) 329-0531 for an appointment and for more information.

Symptoms of COVID-19 consist of either cough or shortness of breath (difficulty breathing) or at least two of the following: fever, chills, repeated shaking with chills, muscle pain, headache, vomiting, diarrhea, sore throat, fatigue, congestion or runny nose, and new loss of taste or smell.

Testing criteria are as follows:

• Persons with symptoms
• Healthcare facility workers, workers in congregate living settings, and first responders with symptoms
• Persons without symptoms who have underlying medical conditions or disability placing them at a higher risk of complications or screening of other asymptomatic individuals based on a case-by-case review and approval by the state health department or local health jurisdiction

The Alabama Department of Public Health advises the following measures to prevent the spread of COVID-19:

• Wash your hands frequently with soap and water for 20 seconds
• Social distance by staying 6 feet away from others
• Avoid people who are sick
• Stay home if you can; work remotely if possible
• Cover your mouth and nose with a face covering when around others
• Cover coughs and sneezes
• Clean and disinfect frequently touched surfaces
• Monitor your health

For more information, please visit alabamapublichealth.gov.

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